EWIKON HPS III, Operating Manual

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Safety instructions
2. Safety instructions
The HPS III hot runner system conforms to the machinery directive 2006/42/EG and has been designed, manufactured and
checked for safety according to the applicable safety rules and legislation and the state of the art.
The HPS III hot runner system is delivered in perfect working order.
The HPS III hot runner system may pose risks, if it is:
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not operated by professionally trained staff
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• used improperly or not used as intended.
• not in perfect order regarding safety.
2.1 Safety instructions and symbols used
Signal words introduce the safety instructions and are marked by symbols. They draw the user's attention to possible
hazardous situations that may occur during installation, operation and maintenance. Safety instructions must be followed
to prevent accidents, personal injury or material damage.
Warnings
• Protect against possible personal injury and material damage when followed
• Classify the extent of hazard by the signal word
• Indicate the risk of personal injury by hazard signs
• Indicate the type and source of hazard
• Indicate the risk and possible consequences
• Show measures to prevent hazards and prohibit certain behaviours
WARNING! = signal word
Source of hazard
Possible consequences, if ignored.
• Measures/prohibitions.
The hazard sign marks warnings which warn against personal injuries.
Source of hazard
The source of hazard indicates the cause of hazard.
Possible consequences, if ignored
If the warnings are ignored, possible consequences are e. g. crushing, burnings or other severe injuries.
Measures/Prohibitions
"Measures/Prohibitions" lists actions that are to be carried out to prevent a hazard (e. g. stop a drive unit) or that are
prohibited to prevent a hazard.